Using Humor
Use humor to help children during tough times.
Watch the video together and notice how Elmo uses humor to help Grover through a tough moment. Sometimes a silly little distraction is all the comfort kids need! Ask, “How did Grover feel when all the folded laundry fell to the floor? What did Elmo do? How did Grover feel then?”
Remind kids that sometimes “laughing it out” is the best way to feel better!
Bubble Time
A quiet activity such as blowing bubbles can help both children and adults breathe deeply, slow down… and calm down.
Safe & Together
When families have to leave home in order to stay safe, it helps to remember that home is where the love is.
Monster Meltdown
Meltdowns happen… but they are somewhat predictable! As you try to handle them, curiosity and patience go a long way.
Listen, Feel, and See with Elmo
When children are in the hospital, this mindfulness game can help them soothe themselves.
Cookie Monster’s Beach Day
When children are in the hospital, their imagination can become a valuable tool in soothing themselves.
Toddler Tips: Meltdowns
Strategies for during and after a meltdown…and even some ways meltdowns might be avoided.
Using Your Words
A coloring page helping children explore words for big feelings.
